Well away from Africa, a race of gazelle lives in Mongolia. Follow me to discover it!

Tracking gazelles in Eastern Mongolia!

In Mongolia shamanism prevails, despite there being numerous religions.
 Here's my beginner's guide.


Shamanism in Mongolia


Mongolia is a country proud of its nomadic roots. Let me tell you about my experience of living in a yurt!

A week with the nomads

Lake Khoton Nuur is to be found in the depths of Syrgaal.  A magnificent green open space. Come with me to explore it.

Horse trekking around Lake Khoton Nuur

Orkhon valley

Khuvsgul Lake

Terelj

Bayan Ulgii

 Ölgii is located in the extreme west of the country, next to the Russian and Chinese borders. It is a Kazakh land, with the Kazakh people making up a large majority of the region's population (90%).

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Arriving in Kazakh territory is a wonderful experience, and it really gives you a strong sense of the exotic and being off the beaten track. The Kazakhs and Mongolian peoples share mutual respect, and the former display all the same warmth and generosity and are just as friendly and welcoming as the latter, though they do have their own distinct culture. With the way the locals dress, from the characteristic appearance of their faces, and from observing their customs, you can tell you virtually have one foot in nearby Kazakhstan here. <a href="/mongolia/">Visiting Mongolia</a> is above all about encountering and meeting its people and learning about their way of life. I really enjoyed mingling with the local Kazakh population when visiting the Ölgii market and the museum of Kazakh culture. And as for the region's countryside and unspoilt natural areas, these are also equally wonderful. After you've visited these places I recommend heading to the southeast and the Altai Tavan Bog National Park, which is based around a wonderful mountain massif that contains Mongolia's highest point, Khüiten Peak (4,374 m high), as well as a number of glaciers and other impressive summits. There are many walks, horseback rides, cycle rides and jeep trips you can go on here.

Ölgii is located in the extreme west of the country, next to the Russian and Chinese borders. It is a Kazakh land, with the Kazakh people making up a large majority of the region's population (90%).

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